Jeffrey Juergens

Jeffrey Juergens is the Digital Media Manager for AddictionCenter.com. Jeffrey earned his Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor from the University of Florida. Jeffrey’s desire to help others and make a difference in the world led him to focus his studies on economic and social development and policy making. After graduation, Jeffrey decided to pursue his true passion of writing and editing, a passion which has taken him to many places and introduced him to many people and topics. Jeffrey started his career as a freelancer before transitioning into in-house marketing agencies. Eventually, he wanted to find a position that would allow him to bring more value to others.

Throughout his life, Jeffrey has been touched by addiction. Several of his close friends and family have suffered from various addictions, costing them jobs, relationships, health, and in some cases their lives. Additionally, Jeffrey has seen and studied how addiction impacts entire populations, and the incredible harm it can cause. Consequently, Jeffrey’s mission is to educate and inform the public on addiction issues and help those in need of treatment find the best option for them. In his free time, Jeffrey chooses to spend time with family and friends, preferably outdoors.

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Thumnail photo of AIDS Awareness and Substance Abuse

December is AIDS Awareness Month. Tragically, substance abuse and HIV/AIDS are closely related, but integrated treatment for both is available.

Thumnail photo of Gender Dysphoria and Substance Abuse

By itself, gender dysphoria may not be a trigger for substance abuse, but stress-related diagnoses can be a trigger that leads to addiction.

Thumnail photo of How to Help Veterans Struggling with Addiction This Memorial Day

This Memorial Day, it's important to remember the millions of veterans who are fighting a new battle: addiction to drugs and alcohol.

Thumnail photo of News: Politicians Leading the Fight Against Addiction

President Trump declared the Opioid Crisis a “Public Health Emergency,” and he's not the only politician who's taking action to fight addiction.

Thumnail photo of Rural Communities: Sticking to a Recovery Plan No Matter the Distance

With almost one in five adults in the U.S. living with a mental illness, Americans that live in rural communities face obstacles accessing treatment.

Thumnail photo of A Resolution To Get Sober

Have you made a New Year's resolution to get sober? Make this the year that you get the professional help you need to take your life back from addiction.